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It's back to the grind for us working folks...and I couldn't be any less happier. As much as I'd like to always be on vacation, it can't last forever.
We have lots of fun stuff planned for you this week - we're always kicking around crazy ideas here at the Brotherly Game office. I woke up way too early (6 am) and I am pretty sure that Scott never sleeps. That's what you call dedications, folks.
Join the discussion below.
West Ham Striker Benni McCarthy Pondering An MLS Move [Goal.com] - The 33-year old has seen his playing time decrease with the Hammers, and says he has other options in England and Europe, as well as North America. Do I sense a theme here?
The High School Soccer Debate, and Where Did We Go Wrong? [Daily Soccer Fix, Steve Davis] - Davis explores the reasons why clubs discourage talent from playing with their local community and school teams. Great piece.
2011 MLS SuperDraft Profiles: Perry Kitchen [Black And Red United, Martin Shatzer] - This Akron defensive midfielder is the top-rated player in the draft according to Soccer By Ives
My Years Timbers Resolutions [Stumptown Footy, Geoff Gibson] - What Geoff is hoping for from his team in their first MLS season.
Asian Cup 2011 About More Than Qatar Hosting a Tourney [Sounder at Heart, Dave Clark] - Don't overanalyze the hosting country - they've done this tourney before - but look at the depth of this region.
Looking Ahead to the SuperDraft [Hot Time in Old Town, Ryan Sealock] - Looking ahead to the SuperDraft from a Chicago Fire perspective.
Why 2011 Could Be Even Better For Real Salt Lake [RSL Soapbox] - How RSL could improve on their great 2010
Aston Villa Vs. Chelsea: 3-3 Draw, Ciaran Clark the Hero [7500 to Holte, Kirsten Schlewitz] - A calm game turns wild towards the end as Villa narrowly avoid defeat.
[EDIT 12:35 pm] - Please check out the "High School Soccer Debate" linked just added. Not to be missed.